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Did you happen to have a busy month in July? If so, that doesn't mean you have to miss what everyone else in the industry is talking about, or reading. »
Q&A: Which Automakers Are Most Likely to Use Composites?
David Stewart has been working in the automotive industry for over 20 years, taking technology out of labs and applying it to mass production environments. He owns a research firm, Stewart Automotive Research, and was just named chief executive of Zoltek Automotive, a new subsidiary from the carbon fiber supplier. »
Composites in the News Last Week
Under the U.S. financial Reform Bill, which is about to become law, auto, marine and RV dealers will be excluded from the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Speaking of dealers, the Small Business Administration Dealer Floor Plan program is set to end in September if an extension doesn’t pass. »
Composites in the News Last Week
The infrastructure industry was looking a little green this week, as New Polymer Systems Inc. announced it plans to commercialize a bio-based additive from lignocellulose fiber for use in landscaping, roofing and drainage pipes applications. Meanwhile, fiberglass siding may soon become a more widespread option for residential homeowners. The National Association of Home Builders... »
Supercar Made by Composite Hand Lay-Up
Carbon fiber has long been regarded as an automotive application that many want, but few can afford. A majority of full-carbon cars will cost you upwards of $200,000, but one small manufacturer offers is trumping the trend with a model at half that cost. »
Tap Into Industry Knowledge
Summer has finally arrived and CM Interviews has decided to take a little R&R in its honor. Well, that and the small fact that it’s the 4th of July weekend. So, while there’s no new Q&A this week, the good news is it gives you time to catch up on interviews you may have... »
Composites in the News
Staying offshore with renewable energy, the Department of Energy confirmed it is committing $20 million to further the development of deepwater offshore wind energy development. Michigan-based Energetx Composites was awarded $3.5 million to manufacture large scale composite turbines as part of the state’s overall Clean Energy Advanced Manufacturing program grants. The University of Houston... »
Composite Products Worth Seeing
This Sunday marks the Fourth of July. The night skies will be alight with fireworks and sparklers, and these companies hope to spark up their businesses with some new products: »
Composites in the News
Automotive topped the news this week, as Congress is expected to exempt auto loans from its overhaul of the financial structure of a new consumer agency. In an effort to win more buyers, Ford is stepping up its efforts to incorporate bio-based materials such as soy foam and natural fiber-reinforced plastics through nearly its... »
Composites in the News Last Week
China has established its first national laboratory to focus on the application of polymers and composites in aerospace. German composites manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will design and manufacture more than 100 basic trainers for the Indian Air Force. In the U.S., Parkway Products plans to expand its Boone County, Kentucky aerospace and defense production... »
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